JULIA CHILD'S ROAST CHICKEN
A delicious and fairly simple to prepare roast chicken recipe. The key is in the attention you give the chicken while it is roasting, the more you baste, the juicier it will be! This is a delicious recipe on it's own but is also a wonderful base recipe for anything that calls for shredded or diced cooked chicken. Would be great to roast a few and then keep the shredded chicken/chicken pieces in the freezer for use in salads or on sandwiches.
Provided by KellyMac6
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 3 pound chicken, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Sprinkle the inside of the chicken with 1/4 teaspoons salt and 1 Tb. butter.
- Truss the chicken and dry it thoroughly.
- Rub the skin with 1 Tb. butter.
- In a small saucepan melt 2 tb. butter, and 1 tb. cooking oil. Set aside for basting.
- Place the chicken, breast up, in a shallow roasting pan. Strew the vegetables around it and set it on the rack in the middle of a preheated oven.
- Allow the chicken to brown lightly for 15 minutes, turning it on the left side after 5 minutes, and the right side for the remaining 5 minutes. Baste after each turn with the butter and oil mixture.
- Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
- Leave the chicken on its side and baste every 8 to 10 minutes using the fat in the roasting pan when the butter and oil are exhausted.
- Halfway through estimated roasting time (about 40 minutes in) salt the chicken with 1/4 teaspoons of salt and turn it on its other side. Continue basting.
- Fifteen minutes before the end of estimated roasting time (about 1 hour and 5 minutes in) salt again and turn the chicken breast up. Continue basting.
- When done, discard trussing strings and set on a hot platter. Chicken should sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before being carved so the juices are absorbed by the meat. Chicken is done when it registers between 175 and 190 degrees, depending on your preferred doneness.
- While the chicken is sitting, remove all but two tablespoons of fat from the pan.
- Stir in the minced shallot and cook slowly for 1 minute. Add the stock and boil rapidly over high heat, letting it reduce to about 1/2 cup.
- Season with salt and pepper and swirl in the last 1-2 tablespoons butter.
- Pour a spoonful over chicken and serve the rest at the table as gravy.
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Anthony Howell
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Sandip Shrestha
[email protected]I'm a novice cook, and this recipe was easy to follow and turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I'll definitely be making this again!
Tehzeeb Jutt99
[email protected]This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, elegant, and utterly delicious. The chicken comes out juicy and flavorful, with crispy skin that's to die for. I've made this recipe countless times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends
Yashma Khan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ansar Mehmood
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Gita Limbu
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand, so I can make this dish whenever I want. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Jk Don
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always turned out perfectly. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and golden brown. I love that it's such a simple recipe, too. I can usually have it on the table in about
Gary Hatigeva
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Julia Child's recipes, and this one is no exception. It's a great way to cook chicken. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Ampadu Samuel
[email protected]This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. I've made it for family dinners, potlucks, and even holiday gatherings. It's always a hit.
Millie Thecat
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different herbs and spices, and it's always turned out delicious. I also love that it's a one-pan meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.
Simon!Tamim Sorkar
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I'll definitely be making this again.
Basith bary
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family last night, and they all loved it. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. My husband even said it was the best chicken he's ever had. I'll definitely be making this recipe again
BD Sajol
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years, and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and delicious. I love that it's such a simple recipe, too. I can usually have it on the table in about an hour.
Kabiru Idris
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always turned out perfectly. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the skin is crispy and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe.
Ashish sapkota
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
MegaRayquaza1025
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party last week, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the chicken, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.
Nindu Mal
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand, so I can make this dish whenever I want. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.
Fuye Star
[email protected]I'm a novice cook, and this recipe was easy to follow and turned out perfectly. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy and golden brown. I'll definitely be making this again!
MD billal hasan
[email protected]Julia Child's Roast Chicken is a classic for a reason. It's simple, elegant, and utterly delicious. The chicken comes out juicy and flavorful, with crispy skin that's to die for. I've made this recipe countless times, and it's always a hit with my fa